We are self employed and do not have enough history to get a mortgage.

I suggest reading BulletProof Title Due diligence as it goes through specific documents you may need and when you may need them.

Since turn key companies consistently use the same crews and usually keep them fully employed, the can control their labor costs more and control the quality of work; Contractors can be hard to manage when you're local.

Thanks for reading,

All related.The first text read "Hi Jack this is XXXXX (name redacted to avoid publicly calling anyone out- but I am available for offline communication if you require more data) we just got your inquiry about 1866 DANVILLE RD (it was in caps- I assume an automated system inputs the address) Are you going to be available in the next 10 minutes for a call?" 

I’d just like some advice this being my first move after reading and learning for a few years it’s a very big leap for me.

I'm about to read Flip Your Future and planning to read J Scott's The Book on Flipping Houses, any other good ones?

The only book I have ever read that will help in that respect is J Scott's book on estimating rehab costs.

Hi Everyone,Been doing a ton of research lately, reading books, listening to podcasts, reading the forums, etc......It seems nearly everything I come across is geared toward becoming a GP, getting deals, raising funds etc......However, that is not what I’m looking for, I own my own successful company, love it, and not looking to give that up, strictly looking to invest. 

For those who are self-employed with no full time employees, the Solo 401(k) format provides similar checkbook control over funds in a slightly different configuration - but with a more robust retirement plan.Several providers of both services are active here on BP.